"I occasionally get letters from students asking for help with their theses. And do you offer it? No. It's all there in the books themselves. There's nothing much I can add that would be of any use to anyone."

Cyril explains that he believes the information in Maude Avery's books should be enough for students, implying that additional assistance isn't necessary. Alice agrees, questioning why authors feel the need to speak publicly or give interviews if their message is clear within their writings.

"You're right," said Alice. "So why any of them feel the need to talk about their work in public or give interviews is beyond me. If you didn't say what you wanted to say in the pages themselves, then surely you should have done another draft."

Alice suggests that if the core ideas aren't effectively communicated in the book, then there’s a flaw in the writing rather than the need for external explanation or promotion. Both consider that well-crafted writing should stand on its own without extra commentary.